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American University's Executive Coaching program is accredited by the (ICF) as anÌýAccredited Coach Training Program. TheÌýICF is the largest accrediting body for institutional executive coaching programs and sets the gold standard in coaching.

Why choose American University'sÌýICF accredited program?

As an ICF accredited program, we are continuously reviewed and evaluated for excellence in curricula, core competencies, faculty, structure, proficiency, and ethics to support the highest quality coach training. Our program is recognized throughout the coaching industry and by those who seek executive coaches.

How does our ICF accreditation affect your training?

By choosing a program with ICF-accreditation, you’ll add legitimacy to your coaching skills, equip yourself with the vital knowledge, skills, and tools that are proven to benefit your clients.

Our curriculum covers all four updated ICF Core Competencies:

• Lay the Foundation
  DemonstrateÌýethical practice
  Embody a coaching mindset (open, curious, flexible and client-centered)
• Co-CreateÌýthe Relationship
  Establish and maintain agreements
  Cultivate trust and safety
  Maintain coaching presence (open, flexible, grounded, confident)
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  Listen Actively (focus on what client is and is not saying)
  Evoke Awareness (facilitate client insight thru techniques such as powerful questioning)
• Cultivate Learning and Growth
  Facilitate client growth (turn insights into action)

What doors open for youÌýby completingÌýour ICF-accredited program?

At the end of our program, you’ll be a certified coach. However if you choose to pursue further credentials, you’ll already have completed one of the 3 core components of ACC or PCC certification: completion of an ICF-accredited coach training program.

ICF Credential Paths:

Associate Certified Coach (ACC)

ÌýComplete an ICF-accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP)
ÌýOur executive coaching program fulfills this requirement.

Attest toÌýcompletion ofÌý100 hours of coaching.
Log client names, contact info, and dates of coaching.
We guide you on how to complete your required hours.

ÌýComplete ICF'sÌýCoach Knowledge Assessment (CKA).
Ìý2.5 Hour Online Exam |

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Professional Certified Coach (PCC)

ÌýComplete an ICF-accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP)
ÌýOur executive coaching program fulfills this requirement.

Attest toÌýcompletion of 500 hours ofÌýcoaching.
Log client names, contact info, and dates of coaching.
We guide you on how to complete your required hours.

ÌýComplete ICF'sÌýCoach Knowledge Assessment (CKA).
Ìý2.5 Hour Online Exam |

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